CVE-2019-2452 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

A vulnerability has been discovered in the Oracle WebLogic Server component of Oracle Fusion Middleware, affecting versions 10.3.6.0, 12.1.3.0, and 12.2.1.3. This vulnerability can be exploited by a high privileged attacker via HTTP, potentially leading to unauthorized access, modification, or deletion of critical data.

Understanding CVE-2019-2452

This CVE involves a critical vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server that could result in severe consequences if exploited.

What is CVE-2019-2452?

The vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server allows a high privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the server, potentially leading to unauthorized data access, modification, or deletion. The CVSS 3.0 Base Score for this vulnerability is 6.7, indicating significant impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

The Impact of CVE-2019-2452

Unauthorized access, modification, or deletion of critical data on the Oracle WebLogic Server
Unauthorized read access to a subset of the server's data
Ability to cause a hang or repeated crashes, resulting in denial of service

Technical Details of CVE-2019-2452

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server allows a high privileged attacker to compromise the server via HTTP, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and denial of service.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: WebLogic Server
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Affected Versions: 10.3.6.0, 12.1.3.0, 12.2.1.3

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by a high privileged attacker with network access via HTTP, allowing unauthorized access, modification, or deletion of critical data on the Oracle WebLogic Server.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from this vulnerability is crucial to prevent unauthorized access and data compromise.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Oracle promptly
Implement network security measures to restrict access to the WebLogic Server

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch the Oracle WebLogic Server
Conduct security assessments and audits to identify and address vulnerabilities

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by Oracle
Regularly check for new vulnerability alerts and apply patches promptly